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FMI W32TO, W32TU Operating instructions

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W32TU and W32TO
Mantel and Base
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Read entire instruction sheet be-
fore assembling or installing mantel kit.
These mantels are only approved for use with
any FMI PRODUCTS, LLC 32'' electric and gas
replace systems. Do not use mantel with any
other product.
This mantel kit contains the following:
• Mantel pieces - unassembled and numbered as follows:
#1 Base
#2 Right Side Assembly
#3 Left Side Assembly
#4 Header
#5 Top
• Hardware Package
18 - 1 1/4" Wood Screws 114325-01
* Extra hardware may be included
Tools required:
• Power Screwdriver with #2 Phillips Bit
If any wood pieces are missing or damaged, contact the dealer
where you purchased this mantel for replacement. If hardware
is missing or damaged, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at
1-866-328-4537 for referral information. You can also visit
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s web site at www.fmiproducts.com.
WARNING: Follow guidelines of paint or n-
ish manufacturer. Use care when nishing or
painting an unnished mantel W32TU only). Do
not nish or paint mantel pieces near running
heater or open ame. These vapors are highly
ammable.
IMPORTANT:Ifyouarestaininganunnishedmantel(W32TU
only), remove any sawdust, dirt or oils. This will prevent blem-
ishes from appearing under the stain. Stain mantel before
assembling according to manufacturer’s instructions. Apply
sanding sealer.
IMPORTANT:Ifyouarepaintinganunnishedmantel(W32TU
only), assemble mantel before painting. Follow directions listed
on paint for wood products. Apply base coat and topcoat fol-
lowing directions listed on product.
Note: Gather all mantel pieces together before assembling
mantel.
WARNING: Only use 1¼" screws to assemble
mantel. Damage to mantel will result if other
screws are used for this purpose.
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Figure 2 - Installing Mantel Base
Figure 1 - Installing Header
Figure 3 - Installing Top
IMPORTANT: Align mantel left to right on base before installing.
Mantellegsmustbeushwithbackofmantelbasebefore
installation. Use a tape measure to insure accuracy.
Header #4
Right Leg
Assembly #2
Left Leg
Assembly #3
Left Leg
Assembly
#3
1¼'' Screws
1¼'' Screws
1¼'' Screws
Header
Assembly
Block
Base #1
Flush
Assembly
Blocks
Mantel Top #5
ASSEMBLING MANTEL
IMPORTANT: More than one person is required
to lift assembled mantel. Lift mantel by leg
assemblies. Lifting by header or mantel top
could damage mantel.
Use the following illustrations to assemble mantel. Use only
screws provided.
Right Leg
Assembly
#2
IMPORTANT: Align mantel top left to right before installing.
Back of mantel leg must be ush with back of mantel top
before installation.
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Figure 4 - Installing Gas Fireplace
GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
1. Fireplace should be fully assembled. See Assembling
Fireplaceinreplaceowner'smanual.
2. Placemantelbaseclosetoinstallationlocation.Seere-
place owner's manual for installation clearances. Leave
enoughroomtoinsertreplacefrombackofmantel.
3. Install gas line. See Connecting to Gas Supplyinreplace
owner's manual. Remember to leave access to the gas
shutoff valve somewhere on the base or where it is ac-
cessible to the user.
4. Check for leaks. See Checking Gas Connectionsinre-
place owner’s manual.
5. Positionreplaceinsidemantel(seeFigure4).Carefully
position gas lines. IMPORTANT: Use caution when posi-
tioningreplaceonbase.Basemayscratcheasily.Make
surereplaceisinproperpositionwithinmantelopening
before continuing with installation.
6. Fireplace with louver door: lower bottom louver door.
Use two screws provided in hardware package and attach
replacetowoodenbase.Closelouverdoor.
Fireplace with xed louver: Before installing logs or
burnerassembly(seeowner'smanual)removescrews
securingoor toassembly.Lift oorforaccesstobot-
tomofreplace. Usetwoscrews provided inreplace
hardwarepackageandattachreplacebasetowooden
base.Reinstalloorwithscrewsremovedpreviously.
7. Carefully push mantel and base into position against wall.
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
This mantel can be used with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC electric
replaces.Electricreplacesinstallfromthefrontofmantel.
Toinstallelectricreplaceseereplaceinstructionmanual.
123675-01
Rev. C
09/11
2701 S. Harbor Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92704
1-866-328-4537
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